I am considering having one fitted but wanted to know whether it could be reliably done without a leak.
Boiler flue through flat roof regulations.
The minimum chimney heights above roof are in the article above.
Regulations introduced in 2103 state that a mechanical gas flued appliance must have inspection hatches fitted so we can examine the integrity of the flue way.
You will probably also need a vertical flue if your boiler is being placed somewhere other than on an external wall.
The roof is in front of two 1st floor windows thanks paula moss 10 2 12.
Removal of boiler flue.
Boilers located outside have a different flue arrangement that keeps them in line with regulations.
The regulations also have requirements regarding flue positioning in relation to building corners balconies and flat roofs must be considered.
The flue from my oil fired boiler is a vitreous enamel pipe passing through a flat roof into a lined chimney.
What is the minimum chimney height up through a flat roof near two windows.
What is the minimum height clearance needed for a wood burning stove pipe when exiting a flat roof.
How far this is will depend on the size of your boiler but is typically between 30 60cm above below or to the side of an opening.
The flue for our boiler went up.
Is it possible to have the flue of a combi boiler going through a flat roof.
Flues must be at least 60cm away in such cases to avoid unnecessary danger.
Under the boiler flue position regulations the flue has to be positioned a certain distance from any parts of the home that can be opened up such as windows and doors.
Some boilers especially oil burners usually have their flue going vertically through the roof.